Posts Tagged ‘Cable Box’

When I hook my cable box between my home theatre and HDTV, I get no picture. What can I do to use one input?

Saturday, October 18th, 2008
HDTV
David0018 asked:


I have a Comcast HDTV box, feeding into my Sony Bravia home theatre system via coaxial cable, then to my HDTV via component cable. However I do not get a picture this way. I know I can connect the cable box and the home theatre system via separate component inputs, but is there a way to use both without switching inputs? Thank you!

Christina

Saturday, August 9th, 2008
HDTV
Sandra Stammberger asked:


Watching television has progressed from a luxury that only few had in their homes in the middle of the last century to the point where most consumers not only have one television, but often they may have several. And television programming has expanded greatly from just the three big networks to a whole host of other channels as well.

And along with this growth of interest in television programming the technology of televisions has been steadily improving too. Today we have lots of choices to make when we are deciding to buy another television.

Adding full high definition capability to your HDTV upgradeable TV is simple, but you need to keep in mind a couple things. To receive HDTV broadcasts, you will need a special antenna. With HDTV on DIRECTV, you will need a special satellite dish. And of course, you need the receiver. An HDTV receiver is similar to a conventional cable box. You connect it to your HDTV upgradeable set and use the receiver to switch channels.

When you are picking out an HDTV receiver, make sure you get one that will work well for you now, as well as in the future. Here are a few features to keep in mind.

As you can see, many of today’s most reputable manufacturers are producing high definition televisions at prices the average consumer can afford. You don’t need to be rolling in dough in order to reap the benefits of an HDTV. So, if you find yourself with a little extra cash to spend, why not give the new gold standard in home entertainment a try? It’s a decision your whole family will applaud.

If you’re on the market for an HDTV with a very large screen (over 59 inches), it is still possible to get one for under $2,000. For instance, you might consider the RCA 61-inch HDTV Projection Television. Or, if you’re looking to go even bigger, you might try the Toshiba 65-inch Flat Screen Projection TV. Hitachi, Philips, Mitsubishi, Zenith and Sharp all make HDTV sets with similarly large screens that can be found online for under $2,000.

With a HDTV receiver you can display video from DVD Players, VCRs, Satellite TV, Cable TV, game consoles or any video source in the highest resolution your HDTV was designed to deliver . In almost every major city, network shows are broadcast in HDTV. You may have noticed a “Simulcast in HDTV” logo at the beginning of some of your favorite shows like, C.S.I. On DIRECTV, there is HDNET, an all HDTV channel. With DIRECTV, you can also get shows like The Sopranos on HBO in high definition. The programming is there, and more is being added all the time.

Shopping online will not only save you time but also a good amount of money, all from the comfort of your home. If you need accessories such as: HDTV satellite receiver, DirecTV satellite then the internet will be perfect for your search. Take at look at the following brand names online for superior quality and great warranty deals: Samsung SIR-TS360, Sony, Hitachi, Zenith, Pros can, Panasonic, JVC, Toshiba, Hughes and Mitsubishi.

Be one of the many people who have discovered the joys and pleasures of having an HDTV, but also, you need to know that you will need a good HDTV receiver to make this work perfectly. Do your homework and ask around, this is a worthwhile investment of time.



Mary

How do you connect cable TV and an over the air HD antenna to an HDTV with only one RF Input?

Monday, June 23rd, 2008
HDTV
CK asked:


I have a Toshiba HDTV that has one RF Input. I have cable (without a box) and an HDTV Antenna for picking up local HD stations. Right now I have to physically disconnect the cable to watch Local HD and vice versa. How can I have both connected and just switch it with the TV input selector?

Steven

What is the best way to hook up a HDTV, DVD Recorder and a Cable Box?

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
HDTV
cnov123 asked:


Here is what I have to work with:

1. HDTV with one HDMI input
2. Cable box (DVR built in) with one HDMI out
3. Upconverting DVD player/recorder - with HDMI out

Each piece has additional standard inputs and outputs.

I want to ensure I have the best quality HD picture, along with the ability to record off my DVR to my DVD recorder.

What would be the best way to hook this up without having to invest in more equipment? I am willing to buy the cables needed, but not an AV receiver or some “other” type of gadget.

Help help.

Tamara

How can I connect my PS3 to my home theater and HDTV and my cable box to my HDTV?

Friday, January 4th, 2008
HDTV
Leila K asked:


Hi there. I will buy tomorrow Sony HDTV with a Sony home theater system and PS3. I also have a cable box (NOT HD) at home that I’ll be using. So, I would like to know what cables should I use and how should I hook it up (from what to what). I’ll be using PS3 as a DVD player but I’d like to connect it to my home theater system. I’d like also to connect cable box directly to TV. Please help.

Scott

How do I use my home theater to play all audio from the HDTV?

Tuesday, December 18th, 2007
HDTV
gigolo asked:


I have a home theater (with DVD player) and a cable recorder box connected to my HDTV. The home theater is on HDMI-1 and the cable box is connected to Component-2 (video and audio). How do I use my home theater speakers to play the audio when I’m watching cable TV through component-2? What additional wiring connections do I need to make? My cable recorder box also has a HMDI connection capability.

Jon

What is the easiest way to set up an Xbox 360 to an HDTV?

Sunday, October 28th, 2007
HDTV
acvader asked:


Okay here’s the deal. I know the Xbox cable comes with that whole tv/HDTV switch. That isn’t the problem. The problem is that my cable box had all the HDTV connections taken up on my tv. How would I set up the Xbox 360 to be connected to the HDTV connections? As it stands right now I would have to take out my cable box. I don’t want to do that every time I play. That sucks. Why they made the tv like this? I don’t know! It doesn’t make any sense to me. I could set up the XBox 360 to a normal tv set up and it still looks great, but I want HDTV! I want to take full advantage of the system and my tv. I heard there is something, some type of gadget that allows you to connect more than one thing in these type of situations. Does anyone know about what to do in this case? Has anyone run into the same problem? Does anyone know the name of the gadget? Please help.

Micheal